Senate confirms Kassetas as State Police chief
SANTA FE – Senators voted unanimously Wednesday to confirm New Mexico State Police Chief Pete Kassetas after an easy confirmation hearing.
By a vote of 40-0, the Senate confirmed the longtime officer as the state’s 21st police chief.
PETE KASSETAS: Two-decade veteran of agency
Earlier Wednesday, the Senate Rules Committee voted to send his appointment to the full Senate after a short hearing that drew a number of law enforcement officers from around the state. They came out to support Kassetas, saying they liked what they’ve seen since he was appointed in August by Gov. Susana Martinez.
Among those who spoke on his behalf was Corrections Secretary Gregg Marcantel, who said Kassetas has risen above political agendas and will be held accountable.
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